Monday, March 7, 2011

if you're happy and you know it

Every morning, during circle time with the kiddos in my class, we take turns holding a pretend microphone for our turn to answer the daily question. Today's question was:

What makes you happy?

These are some of the responses I got:
-my bike -ducks -being the weather watcher (one of the classroom jobs) -popsicles -hugs -presents -dinosaurs -digging -going on roller coasters

And then it was my turn. I got the microphone and sat in silence for a moment. I realized that there are so many things that bring me joy in life! I quickly recovered and shared that I am very happy when I get to play games with friends... This is a good response to share with students and also happens to be very true. During nap time, after I finished prepping the next day, I started to compose a list of things that make me smile and make my heart so happy. Here is that list...

doing just about anything with my husband

playing board games

hula hoops

rainy days that I can spend at home

going on adventures

sleeping in and days off

my family

trying a new recipe and having it actually be delicious

a clean home

flavored and frilly coffee along with coffee shops

taking pictures

themed parties

Harry Potter

crocheting and doing anything somewhat artsy fartsy

reading

baths

daisies

freshly made lemonade (I'm actually enjoying some right now!)

having friends over for any occasion

live music

salsa and chips

road trips

making travel plans

naps

geocaching

swing at the park

cardigans

ice cream trucks

waking up, thinking I'm late and then realizing I still have time to snooze

kids in my class requesting hugs as soon as I walk in the door

Geocache found in Big Bear!

A recipe that worked!

From an adventure that took us to the Winchester Mystery House.

I could go on for days. I guess you could say that I am a cheerful person and I guess this is why. There is just so much in everyday life to be thankful for and that can bring joy if you let it.

About Me

My name is Jenna and I live in Long Beach, CA. I work as a preschool teacher and like to think that hanging out with three and four year olds all day affects me in a positive way. I like to play, get messy, use my imagination and I never underestimate the powers of acting really silly. Many items that I make are silly and not only brighten the day of the person that wears them but can actually bring joy to complete strangers! A lot of what I make I only make because I would want it. I like to play Pollyanna’s “glad game” and figure that if it doesn’t sell at least I’ll have something super cute to wear or give as a gift!